Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
Brave drivers have been racing to the top of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain since 1916.
Also known as "The Race to the Clouds," The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, brought to you by Gran Turismo, is America’s second-oldest motorsport event.
The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is the second oldest motorsports race in America has been a long-standing tradition in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region.
The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb encompasses a 12.42-mile trek up Pikes Peak Highway with 156 turns that begins at 9,390 feet and finishes at the 14,115-foot summit. It is truly like no other race. What takes an average person around 1-3 hours to drive, takes these professional daredevils around ten minutes. The current record is an astonishing 07:57.148 and was set by Romain Dumas in the all-electric Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak in 2018.
This year’s race will feature 6 divisions including Unlimited, an exciting all-Porsche group, Time Attack, and Open Wheel.
Race Date, Tickets & Spectator Information
Date
June 23, 2024
Time
7:30 a.m. (Gates open at 2:30 a.m. on race day)
Location
There is no grandstand seating and there are seven designated areas in which spectators can view the race. Those areas include:
- Devil's Playground — Highest vantage point for spectators at an elevation of 12,780 feet.
TIP: Get here early, as this location will fill up quickly. - Cove Creek — At timberline. Elevation of 11,500 feet
- Glen Cove — Below the tree line. Spectators can view the race from either side of the road. Elevation of 11,440 feet.
- The Ski Area — Spectators can view the race from either side of the road. Elevation of 10,900 feet. TIP: Take a short walk uphill for an improved vantage point.
- Halfway Picnic Grounds — The fastest part of the course. Also viewable from either side of the road. Elevation of 9,960 feet.
- 9 Mile — Open for overnight camping only. Click here to purchase camping permits.
- The Start Line — Watch as competitors and their pits prepare for the race. Elevation of 9,390 feet.
Tickets
Tickets are available for purchase online and are available at a discounted rate before June 2024. Anyone 10 years of age or older is required to have a ticket to view the race. If you're interested in camping, a camping permit — also available online — must be obtained for each vehicle.
Ticket prices vary for the total number of individuals in a vehicle. Special VIP packages are available. Standard ticket pricing starts at:
- $75 per person, per day for practice day tickets
- $80 per person for race day access ($90 after June 1)
- Special Family Pack pricing is available for groups of 2 to 8 people (all Family Pack ticket holders must arrive in the same vehicle)
- $35 for single motorcycle entry ($45 after June 1)
- $60 ($30 per person) for double motorcycle entry ($80 after June 1)
- $175 for camping permits, per vehicle
Click here to purchase Race Day Tickets
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Fan Fest
The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Fan Fest will take place on June 21, 2024, rain or shine, from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Downtown Colorado Springs. One of the area's largest and most popular street festivals, the Fan Fest will feature driver meet-and-greet opportunities, stunt performances, vendor and sponsor booths and family-friendly entertainment spanning 10 city blocks.
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